GCPL Profile
GCPL Profile
GCPL Profile
GCPL is building its presence in 3 emerging markets (Asia, Africa, Latin America) across 3
categories (home care, personal wash, hair care). In 2010, GCPL acquired the Indonesia based
Megasari group, a leader in household insecticides, air fresheners and baby care.
With the acquisition of Rapidol and Kinky in South Africa, and the Darling Group, a leading pan-
Africa hair care company, GCPL has a strong presence in the fast growing African hair care market.
GCPL acquired the Issue and Argencos groups in Argentina, leaders in hair colour, in 2010, and
expanded its footprint to Chile through the acquisition of a 60% stake in Cosmetica Nacional. The UK
based Keyline Brands, which GCPL acquired in 2005, plays in hair and personal care. GCPL also has
a business in the Middle East and a strong presence across SAARC countries.
Four Brands (Good Knight, Cinthol, Godrej No.1, Godrej Expert Hair Color) are ranked among the
'100 Most Trusted Brands' in the country by Economic Times - Brand Equity 2012.
GCPL rank number 1 in hair colour, household insecticides and liquid detergents and number 2 in
soap.GCPL products are available in over 60 Countries.
Subsidiaries
Essence Consumer Care Products Pvt. Ltd.
Naturesse Consumer Care Products Pvt. Ltd.
Godrej Hygiene Products Ltd.
Godrej Netherlands B.V.
Management:
Adi Godrej (Chairman)
Nisaba Godrej (Executive Director/ Managing Director)
11 more Non-Executive Independent Directors